Below Average
#4149 of 4,742 schools in NY
Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys
Elementary School · BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BOYS
116 N LAKE AVE, Albany, NY 12206
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,149 of 4,742
In Albany
#23 of 32
public schools
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys
Elementary School in Albany · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys
Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys is a public elementary school in Albany, NY, part of BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BOYS. Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #4,149 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys — Students at Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.8/10.
How Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys Compares
See how Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
116 N LAKE AVE, Albany, NY 12206
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HENRY JOHNSON CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THOMAS S O'BRIEN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (rated 5.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Albany, see our Albany schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$38,931
Median Home Value
$162,300
Median Rent
$1,189/mo
Population
14,592
College Educated
26.1%
Homeownership
26.1%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
37.8%
Median Age
32.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys
What grades does Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys serve?
Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys?
Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys?
The student-teacher ratio at Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys rank in NY?
Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys ranks #4,149 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys's MySchoolScout rating?
Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys a charter school?
Yes, Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys a Title I school?
No, Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys?
88.7% of students at Brighter Choice Charter School for Boys qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 247
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Albany County
- Phone
- (518) 694-8200
Resources & Links
District
BRIGHTER CHOICE CHARTER SCHOOL FOR BOYS- District Enrollment
- 247
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,012
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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